The inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup™ is presented by Aspetar

The first-ever FIFA ASEAN Cup™ is presented by Aspetar, reaffirming its leadership in sports medicine and its dedication to improving player welfare, health and performance across Asia and the global football community.

Aspetar partner - FIFA ASEAN Cup

FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ stadiums’ third inspection round completed

More than 100 staff members from 38 functional areas and FIFA suppliers took part in technical visits

FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 stadiums’ third inspection round 

Bibiana Steinhaus-Webb: Poland 2026 a crucial step on road to Brazil 

At the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Poland 2026™, 68 match officials from 43 Member Associations are working not just at this flagship youth event, but in preparation for the biggest stage of all: the FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027™.

Bibiana Steinhaus-Webb, FIFA's Head of Women's Refereeing 

Referees Myriam Marcotte, Lizzet Garcia, Aranza Quero and Charly Straub

Gianni Infantino celebrates Saudi National Day as Arabian Gulf Cup opens

Football in Saudi Arabia takes centre stage this week as it hosts the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup tournament in Jeddah, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino was there to meet with Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) officials

FIFA President Gianni Infantino attends the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup Group A match between Saudi Arabia and Kuwait

FIFA Arena mini-pitch in West Bank

Football creates a space for children as two new FIFA Arenas open in the West Bank

Match officials appointed for FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026™

The FIFA Referees Committee has announced the match officials who will take charge of fixtures at this year’s FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026™, which will be contested from 19 November to 13 December.

Assistant referee with flag

FIFA Talent Academy milestone event highlights benefits to beautiful game in Guam

Guam was devastated by Typhoon Mawar in 2023, but the Guam Football Association (GFA) has since reestablished football infrastructure to enable the beautiful game to flourish in the western Pacific island nation.

FIFA Talent Academy milestone event in Guam

Football will provide children and their communities in the FIFA Member Association Palestine region with a much-needed space to play, compete and spend time together thanks to two new FIFA Arena mini-pitches in Marah Rabah and Qusin.

FIFA Arena mini-pitches in Marah Rabah and Qusin have now opened for local community use

FIFA Women’s Champions Cup 2027 to fuel women’s football’s upward trajectory

The FIFA Women’s Champions Cup 2027™ will provide a major boost to the women’s game as it provides “an opportunity to showcase” the world’s top talent and “incentivises investment”, FIFA Chief Football Officer Jill Ellis has said.

FIFA Women's Cup 2027™ Final to be held at Inter Miami CF Stadium

IFA Chief Football Officer Jill Ellis and FIFA Legend Isabella Echeverri at Nu Stadium 

FIFA Women’s Champions Cup 2027™ to be played at home of Inter Miami CF

A quartet of the leading women’s clubs on the planet are set to convene in the US city of Miami for the decisive stage of next year’s edition of the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup™. The bronze final and the tournament decider will be hosted at Nu Stadium.

 The FIFA Women's Cup 2027™ original trophy at Nu Stadium on September 20, 2026 

FIFA support “instrumental” in fuelling football and futsal growth in Philippines

FIFA Forward has committed USD 5.8 million in funding while FIFA Football for Schools, FIFA Talent Development Scheme and FIFA Arena have all been implemented in the Southeast Asian country

Philippines celebrate qualifying for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027

Historic FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival 2026™ to unite the world in Azerbaijan

The FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival 2026™ is set to get under way on 22 October 2026 in Azerbaijan, offering FIFA Member Associations of all sizes and with varying football traditions the opportunity to participate in a competition on the global stage.

Liberia transforms grassroots football with FIFA support

Youth football is flourishing in Liberia thanks to several projects which have been supported by FIFA. Stadium renovations have helped make the sport more accessible, and the LFA has been able to organise grassroots football leagues for young people.

FIFA Arena mini-pitch in Liberia 

FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup sees new regulations to boost female representation in coaching

The new regulations require every team to include at least one female head coach or assistant coach in FIFA women’s tournaments, as well as ensuring that at least one of the medical staff be female and at least two officials seated on the team bench.

 Ana Aguilar, Head Coach of Costa Rica, looks on before the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Group E match

 Camilla Orlando, Head Coach of Brazil, reacts during the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Round of 16 match between Brazil and United States

FIFA Forward seeds development in Timor-Leste, one of football’s newest nations

The Football Federation of Timor-Leste (FFTL) was founded in 2002, the same year the Southeast Asian country achieved independence, and the organisation joined FIFA just three years later - a clear sign of Timor-Leste’s enthusiasm for football.

Timor Leste - FIFA Forward 

Tahiti sets sights on new ambitions with FIFA support

FIFA Talent Academy launched in Tahiti in November 2025 – first of its kind in Oceania

The FIFA Talent Academy Tahiti Milestone Event

FIFA has made “significant contribution” to football growth in the Solomon Islands

Football is flourishing in the in the Solomon Islands, with the women’s game one of the main growth areas, and FIFA’s support has been a key factor in that, according to the President of the Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF), Donald Marahare.

Solomon Islands women's national team players celebrate

FIFA Foundation Community Leaders Volunteer programme under way in Poland

Three inspirational community leaders who use football to create opportunities and address social challenges will join the FIFA Foundation at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™ as part of its Community Leaders initiative.

FIFA Foundation Community Leaders FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup

Adjudicatory chamber of FIFA’s independent Ethics Committee sanctions former football officials

Following proceedings before the independent FIFA Ethics Commitee, the adjudicatory chamber of said body has sanctioned four individuals as a result of their conduct whilst serving in football 

FIFA Logo Zurich

Sustainability milestone as BC Place Vancouver’s hybrid pitch recycled

BC Place Vancouver had hybrid pitch installed for FIFA World Cup 2026™. Pitch was cut and rolled and transported to Bos Sod Farm Inc. following the final match at the venue. Various pitch components will be recycled over the next 12 months

FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup helps Giovana Canali follow in Marta’s footsteps

Giovana Canali is representing Brazil at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™

Gio Canali of Brazil celebrates the victory after the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Group B match between Brazil and Canada 

A milestone for football in Liechtenstein thanks to FIFA Forward support

The Liechtenstein Football Association (LFV) officially opened the Rheinwiese sports complex and the new LFV Campus on 4 September, three years after the groundbreaking ceremony in June 2023.

FIFA support “instrumental” in shaping game’s growth in Kuwait

FIFA support has underpinned sustainable development and provided opportunities to play football and futsal across society in Kuwait where strategic planning married to FIFA funding has also ensured a bright future for the game.

Mohammad Daham (2-L) of Kuwait celebrates with his teammates

Nubia Medina: Talent and opportunity hand in hand at FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 

Nubia Medina is in Poland for the second FIFA youth Women’s World Cup of her fledgling career with the 16-year-old joining the Costa Rican Football Federation’s national team pathway through FIFA’s Talent Development Scheme. 

 Nubia Medina of Costa Rica poses for a portrait during the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup

Gianni Infantino discusses ongoing football development initiatives with Kuwait Football Association President

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has welcomed Kuwait Football Association (KFA) President His Excellency Sheikh Ahmad Yousef Al-Sabah to the Home of FIFA in Zürich, Switzerland

FIFA President Gianni Infantino meets Kuwait Football Association President Sheikh Ahmad Yousuf Al-Sabah during a visit at Home of FIFA on September 10, 2026 in Zurich

FIFA President Gianni Infantino welcomes Iraqi counterpart to Home of FIFA

Less than three months after enjoying a historic FIFA World Cup 2026™ match together in Philadelphia, USA, FIFA President Gianni Infantino welcomed Iraq Football Association (IFA) President Younis Mahmoud. 

FIFA President meets Iraq Football Association 

 Nubia Medina: when talent and opportunities go hand in hand

FIFA publishes updated documentation and guidance on player eligibility and change of association

FIFA has published a new edition of the Commentary on the Rules Governing Eligibility to Play for Representative Teams and an updated Guide to Submitting a Request for Eligibility or a Change of Association

FIFA Logo at HoF

Namibia grateful for continued FIFA support in growing game

Namibia Football Association (NFA) President Robert Shimooshili has underscored his support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino and his thanks for FIFA’s efforts in developing the game in his country.

Ngero Katua, Mashiku Muyeka and Dwain Kinda of Namibia stand for the national anthem

FIFA ASEAN Cup™ set to unite 14 nations across Southeast Asia and beyond as of 24 September

FIFA is pleased to announce key details of the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup™, which will bring together national teams from across Southeast Asia and guest nations from the wider region between 24 September and 5 October

FIFA Asean Cup 2026 announcement

Julia Honakoko: Flying the flag for New Caledonia at FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 

New Caledonia are making their FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup™ debut in Poland. Captain Julia Honakoko has already written herself into New Caledonian football history 

New Caledonia Portraits: FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup

FIFA Series 2024 gives Sri Lankan football “bridge” to the future

Sri Lankan football took a significant step forward thanks to the introduction of the FIFA Series™, according to Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL) President Jaswar Umar.

Jason Thayaparan and W.S.T. Don Sujan Perera of Sri Lanka bump fists

Visa presale launched for FIFAe Finals 2026 following confirmation of competition line-ups

Following the conclusion of the inaugural editions of the five FIFAe Continental Championships, the 29-nation field for this year’s FIFAe Finals is now confirmed.

Visa ticket presale for FIFAe Finals 2026

FIFA support builds “foundation for sustainable growth” in Lebanese football

FIFA's continued support has helped the Lebanese Football Association (LFA) create better conditions for players, clubs and communities across the country, according to LFA President Hachem Haidar.

FIFA Football For Schools - Beirut 

Mexican FA praises impact of game-changing strategic partnership with FIFA

Although in recent years, the relationship between the FMF and FIFA has revolved around the delivery of the 23rd edition of the FIFA World Cup™, which Mexico co-hosted, the ties have extended well beyond the organisation of the tournament. 

Renovation of pitch number 2 at the FMF High Performance Centre with support from FIFA's Forward development programme

Tickets now on sale for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026™

 Excitement is building ahead of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026™, with tickets for the 24-team showpiece, which is set to be held in Rabat from 17 October to 7 November, now available for purchase.

FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™ “boost” to global game says Gianni Infantino

  FIFA President Gianni Infantino said the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup™ shows “football is for everyone” as the tournament kicked off in Poland.

All news, stories and more